What must landlords disclose about lead-based paint to tenants?

Landlords are required to disclose information about lead-based paint specifically for properties built before 1978 because this regulation stems from the federal Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction Act. Properties constructed during or before this time are likely to contain lead-based paint, which poses serious health risks, particularly to young children and pregnant women. As a precaution, the law mandates that landlords provide tenants with a lead-based paint disclosure form, informing them of the potential presence of lead paint and its associated risks.

This leads to a critical understanding of tenant safety responsibilities and the need for transparency in rental agreements. The disclosure must include information about any known lead hazards and also provide tenants with the EPA pamphlet titled "Protect Your Family from Lead in Your Home," which outlines ways to protect themselves from potential lead exposure.

The other options do not reflect the legal requirements surrounding lead-based paint disclosure accurately. For instance, it is not necessary for landlords to disclose all paint types used in the property or to only disclose visible lead paint damage. Moreover, properties renovated after 1978 are not exempt from disclosure if they were originally built before this cutoff date; the presence of lead-based paint could still be a concern if the original materials remain.